Current members
Danny Leal - Vocals (2005-present)
Sal Dominguez – Guitars (2005–present)
Ruben Alvarez – Guitars (2012–present), Bass (2005–2012)
Rey Martinez – Bass (2013–present)
Tito Felix – Drums, Percussion (2014–present)
City Hall
Upon a Burning Body Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
When there's no one to follow, how long 'til you fade away?
Will you stay?
I must stand alone, I can, I am dreams of the day to come
It never ends, there's no resignation
Would you sacrifice everything you know?
Just to stand alone, I can, I am
So when theres no one left to follow, how long until you fade, fade away
I choose to live not die and I know, I know that whats within me is also within you
When the dream is so far gone, how hard will you push?
When theres no one to follow, how long 'til you fade away?
And when it looks like theres no where else to go, there is
When it feels like you're all alone, you're not
If you don't wanna fail, you wont
If you wanna live, you will
This is the moment that separates you from everyone else
To everyone who's believed in us through the highs and so many lows, we did it and no one can ever take this away
I am supposed to be here
I was born to be here
I can, I am.
Upon a Burning Body's song City Hall is a powerful anthem about perseverance, resilience, and self-belief. The lyrics talk about the importance of staying true to oneself, even when times are tough and there's no one else around. The singer questions how hard one is willing to push when their dreams seem out of reach, and encourages listeners to keep fighting, even when they feel they're fading away.
The song is an uplifting call to arms, a reminder that we all have the strength within us to overcome adversity and achieve our goals. The lyrics also touch on the idea of sacrifice, asking whether we are willing to give up everything we know in order to stand alone and pursue our dreams. The chorus is particularly powerful, repeating the line "I choose to live not die," a testament to the singer's determination and refusal to back down in the face of challenges.
Overall, City Hall is an inspiring and uplifting song that speaks to the human condition and encourages us all to keep pushing towards our dreams, no matter what obstacles we may face. It's a perfect anthem for anyone in need of motivation or encouragement, and its positive message is sure to resonate with listeners around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
When the dream is so far gone how hard will you push?
If your dream seems out of reach, how determined are you to chase it?
When there's no one to follow, how long 'til you fade away?
Without a leader or support, how long until you give up on your goals?
Will you stay?
Will you persevere through hard times and stick to your dreams?
I must stand alone, I can, I am dreams of the day to come
I have the courage to stand alone and fulfill my aspirations.
It never ends, there's no resignation
The pursuit of my dreams never stops, and I never give up.
Would you sacrifice everything you know?
Are you willing to give up everything you know in order to achieve what you want?
Just to stand alone, I can, I am
I am capable of enduring on my own to reach my dreams.
So when theres no one left to follow, how long until you fade, fade away
When you are without a leader, how long until you give up on your aspirations?
I choose to fight back, I choose to rise not fall
I choose to overcome obstacles and succeed instead of giving in to adversity.
I choose to live not die and I know, I know that whats within me is also within you
I choose to live my life fully, and I know that you have the same potential within you.
And when it looks like theres no where else to go, there is
Even when it seems like all hope is lost, there are still possibilities and opportunities.
When it feels like you're all alone, you're not
Even if you feel isolated, you are not truly alone in your struggles.
If you don't wanna fail, you wont
If you have a strong aversion to failure, you will do whatever it takes to succeed.
If you wanna live, you will
If you truly desire to live life to the fullest, you will make it happen.
This is the moment that separates you from everyone else
The willingness to fight for your dreams is what sets you apart from others.
To everyone who's believed in us through the highs and so many lows, we did it and no one can ever take this away
Thanks to those who supported us in our journey, we succeeded against all odds and cannot be brought down by anyone.
I am supposed to be here
I am meant to exist in this moment and fulfill my purpose.
I was born to be here
My destiny has led me to this specific moment for a reason.
I can, I am.
I am capable of achieving great things and making my dreams a reality.
Contributed by Christian A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
GrimJack
The part that starts at 5:07, wow just straight up goosebumps.
Shroomznetwork
this still stays my favourite song of them
BoxOfMysteriez
hands down the best song on this album
supersandlegend
is it just me or does this song's melody have a really powerful feel to it? ever since my friend died a week ago i've been listening to this everyday. i will greatly miss him. treasure your friendships, never take them for granted.
Rob
in general conversation i like asking people what their favourite song is,, most people, almost everyone i ask that cant answer.. and when they ask what about me ? i can EASILY say its City hall upon a burning body!
Dill PiKinley
The end really reminds me of a combination of bullet for my valentine and the ghost inside, which brings meaningful lyrics and great music togeather
Javier Maza
I love these lyrics, they really speak to me. It really makes me feel like I can make it as a musician now. I'm happy I found out about this band!
straightXjessedge
Not as heavy as the rest of the album, but definitely my favorite song by these guys. I kind of didn't think they'd be capable of a song like this.
richard scarborough
Timeless song that is so overlooked. I really love the raw emotion in the guitar.
Ian Jackson
This song means more to me than most things ever could. Motivation at it's finest. I fucking love this band for life.